My favorite thing to do is still to go back to Peoria, go to my cabin and hunt with the boys. This is a great lifestyle, don’t get me wrong. But fun for me is going back with my buddies I grew up with.
Meaning of the quote
Jim Thome, an American athlete, really enjoys going back to his hometown of Peoria to hunt with his old friends. He says this is his favorite thing to do, even though he has a great life as an athlete. The simple pleasure of spending time with the people he's known since he was young is what he finds most fun and meaningful.
About Jim Thome
Jim Thome was a prolific power hitter in Major League Baseball, hitting 612 home runs over his 22-year career – the eighth-most all time. He was a five-time All-Star and won a Silver Slugger Award, known for his unique batting stance and consistently positive attitude. After retiring, Thome took an executive position with the Chicago White Sox.
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